GW Hospital HealthCast
76 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsGW Hospital HealthCast, a series of educational health podcasts, are available for listening or download. Hear the latest health information from medical professionals at The George Washington University Hospital and GW Medical Faculty Associates. For more information, contact us today.
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Lung Cancer Screening & What's New in Lung Cancer
March 11, 2024 06:00 - 14.8 MBLung Cancer is the leading cause of cancer related deaths for both men and women. If you are at high risk for developing lung cancer, lung cancer screening at The George Washington University Hospital offers low-dose computerized tomography (CT) scans that can help doctors detect lung cancer in its earliest stages, when it is most treatable.. Listen as Dr. Sora Ely discusses why it is so important to get screened and who is eligible for the screening Learn More About Lung Cancer Screening ...
How Point-of-Care Ultrasound Impacts Women in Medicine
August 23, 2021 14:10 - 8.37 MBDr. Kat Ogle discusses Point-of-Care ultrasounds and its importance and the benefits in prenatal and emergency care.
Minimally-Invasive Endocrine Surgery - "What to Expect" (Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery)
August 23, 2021 14:05 - 10.2 MBDr. Juliet Lee covers what to expect with minimally invasive thyroid and parathyroid surgery.
COVID-19 Impact on Medical Students
August 23, 2021 14:00 - 8.58 MBDr. Lee discusses COVID-19 and the impact on medical students.
Non-Surgical Treatment for Bunions
August 23, 2021 13:55 - 9.82 MBDr. Ravick discusses non-surgical treatment for bunions.
Prevention and Treatment of Foot Wounds in Diabetic Patients
August 23, 2021 13:50 - 14.7 MBDr. Michael Stempel shares prevention tips and treatment options for foot wounds in diabetic patients.
High Stress High School: The Balance Between Preparing Students for College and Ensuring They ...
August 23, 2021 13:50 - 13.4 MBDr. Suzan Song discusses managing stress for high school students and how to balance preparing for college with staying happy.
Healthy Feet in the Summertime: Skin and Nail Conditions Affecting the Feet
August 23, 2021 13:45 - 12 MBDr. Farah Siddiqui and Dr. Nilufar Medhane provide an overview of how to keep your feet healthy in the summer months.
Endometriosis
August 23, 2021 13:40 - 10.9 MBGynecologist Maria Victoria Vargas, MD discusses endometriosis and how affected women should respond to this condition.
Introduction to Pelvic Floor Disorders and Urogynecology for Women
August 23, 2021 13:40 - 8.9 MBDr. Charelle Carter-Brooks discusses pelvic floor disorders and urogynecology.
The Latest Advancements in Facelift Surgery
August 23, 2021 13:35 - 13 MBDr. Olding discusses the latest advancements in facelift surgery.
Sports Injuries of the Foot and Ankle
August 23, 2021 13:30 - 13 MBDr. Julie Rosner and Dr. Zung Le discuss sports-related foot and ankle injuries and treatment options for common painful conditions.
Be Sun Smart: Protect Yourself From UV Rays
August 23, 2021 13:25 - 6.97 MBDr. Ilana DeLuca shares tips for protecting yourself from UV rays.
The Obesity Epidemic and Treatment Options Available
August 23, 2021 13:20 - 11.5 MBDr. Michael G. Knight, Patient Safety Officer at The George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates, discusses obesity and its harmful affects.
New Technology and Devices for Emergency Care
August 23, 2021 13:15 - 10.2 MBDr. Andrew Meltzer discusses new technology and devices for emergency care.
Cancer Treatments: What to Expect from Brachytherapy Treatment
August 23, 2021 13:10 - 9.7 MBDr. Yuan James Rao discusses brachytherapy and what to expect from this type of cancer treatment.
Radiation Oncology: Advances in Radiosurgery
August 23, 2021 13:05 - 12.3 MBDr. Sharad Goyal, Chief of the GW Radiation Oncology division at the GW Cancer Center, discusses advances in radiosurgery.
The Latest on GERD and Hiatal Hernia Surgery
August 23, 2021 13:00 - 13.7 MBDr. Karim Trad discusses surgery for GERD and hiatal hernias.
Finding Relief from Plantar Fasciitis
August 23, 2021 12:59 - 10.5 MBDr. Arnold Ravick and Dr. Sheldon Laps discuss plantar fasciitis, custom foot orthotics and foot care for athletes.
Diseases of Arteries: It's Not Just About Your Heart
August 23, 2021 12:58 - 10.4 MBDr. Salim Lala walks listeners through peripheral arterial disease, a condition that reduces blood flow to the limbs.
The Dangerous Abnormal Bulge of the Aorta
August 23, 2021 12:55 - 12.6 MBDr. Salim Lala explains aortic aneurysms, what causes them, associated medical complications, and suggested treatment plans.
High Stress High School: The Balance Between Preparing Students for College and Ensuring They are Happy
August 23, 2021 12:50 - 13.4 MBDr. Suzan Song discusses managing stress for high school students and how to balance preparing for college with staying happy.
Understanding Kidney Stones: Symptoms and Prevention
August 23, 2021 12:48 - 14.8 MBUrologist Patrick Mufarrij, MD discusses the symptoms of kidney stones and how to prevent them from occurring.
Hereditary Prostate Cancer and How to Lower Your Risk
August 23, 2021 12:45 - 18.2 MBAssistant Professor of Urology Dr. Michael Whalen discusses prostate cancer, specifically hereditary prostate cancer, and dietary changes to lower one's risk of developing this type of cancer.
Beating Skin Cancer
August 23, 2021 12:35 - 13.4 MBCancer of the skin is by far the most common of all cancers with melanoma being the cause of the majority of skin cancer deaths. The incidence of melanoma continues to increase and it has become one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States, especially among young adult women ages 20-39. This year, an estimated 73,000 melanomas will be diagnosed in the U.S. In this panel interview, Dr. Goodman and Dr. Patel discuss prevention, treatment options, and if there's a way to beat skin...
Weight Loss Surgery: The Basics of Winning Through Losing
August 23, 2021 12:15 - 12.5 MBDr. Hope Jackson discusses the evolution of weight-loss surgery and how qualifying patients can use surgery to achieve a healthier lifestyle.
Liver Cancer: Requires a Multidisciplinary Plan
August 23, 2021 12:00 - 11.3 MBDr. Lynt B. Johnson discusses liver cancer, its causes, and treatment options for those afflicted with the disease.
The Latest Techniques in Weight Loss Surgery
August 23, 2021 11:55 - 15 MBPaul Marino discusses weight loss surgery options, including the sleeve gastrectomy.
Anesthesia and Heart Surgery: The Facts
August 23, 2021 11:52 - 8.79 MBDr. Gage Parr tells listeners everything they need to know about anesthesia and heart surgery.
Avoiding Injury in Older Adults
August 23, 2021 11:50 - 15.7 MBTrauma Services Injury Prevention and Outreach Coordinator, Helaina Roisman, and Dr. Christina Prather discuss how to avoid falls and injuries in old age.
Building The GW Pulmonary Hypertension Program
August 23, 2021 11:46 - 15 MBDr. Mardi Gomberg-Maitland discusses pulmonary hypertension and the GW Pulmonary Hypertension Program.
Dopamine: Driving Your Brain into the Future
August 23, 2021 11:45 - 11.6 MBDr. Daniel Lieberman breaks down how dopamine can drive emotions, urges, and cravings.
Breast Cancer Innovations
August 23, 2021 11:40 - 16.3 MBDr. Rachel Brem discusses recent innovations and improvements in diagnosing and treating breast cancer.
Mammography Saves Lives
August 23, 2021 11:35 - 14.7 MBDr. Rachel Brem discusses how a mammography can save a life and how the technology has evolved.
Controlling Cholesterol to Prevent Heart Disease
August 23, 2021 11:30 - 14.7 MBDr. William Borden tells listeners how to control their cholesterol to prevent heart disease.
Community Dementia Care
August 23, 2021 11:26 - 13.1 MBDr. Christina Prather discusses the importance of community dementia care.
Kidney Disease: Management of Glomerulonephritis
August 23, 2021 11:25 - 9.69 MBDr. Scott Cohen discusses how patients can manage glomerulonephritis, a group of kidney diseases.
Managing Concussions
August 23, 2021 11:20 - 11.6 MBDr. Gobindveer Sahi discusses how to manage concussions due to sports injuries.
The Facts About Integrative, Holistic and Functional Medicine
August 23, 2021 11:18 - 12.3 MBDr. Mikhail Kogan breaks down what the terms integrative, holistic and functional medicine mean.
The Benefits Of Medical Cannabis
August 23, 2021 11:15 - 11.7 MBListen as Dr. Mikhail Kogan discusses the benefits of prescribing medical cannabis.
Lung Cancer: Risks, Treatment and Research
August 23, 2021 11:10 - 11.8 MBDr. Keith Mortman updates listeners on everything they should know about lung cancer treatment and research.
Bringing Awareness to Esophageal Cancer
August 23, 2021 11:05 - 7.92 MBDr. Keith Mortman brings awareness to a lesser known and talked about disease, esophageal cancer.
Acoustic Neuroma: Advances in Treatment and Detection
August 23, 2021 11:00 - 11.6 MBAshkan Monfared, Associate Professor of Surgery and Neurosurgery at the George Washington School of Medicine & Health Sciences, and Director of Otology and Neurotology at The George Washington Medical Faculty Associates discuss acoustic neuroma and the recent advances in treatment and detection.
HPV Facts & Myths
August 20, 2021 13:10 - 11.3 MBDr. Long discusses HPV vaccination, the importance of Pap smear/HPV screenings and treatment options for cervical dysplasia.
Headaches: An Overview
August 20, 2021 13:05 - 10.8 MBHeadaches are extremely common and can occur in one or several regions of your head. Amanda Tinsley, MD discusses the causes, different types, and treatments of headaches.
Migraines
August 20, 2021 13:00 - 9.92 MBJohn Rothrock, MD discusses the difference between a headache and a migraine, as well as treatment options.
Prevention and Treatment of Common Injuries Suffered by the Nonprofessional Athlete
August 02, 2021 13:00 - 17.4 MBOrthopedic surgeon, Teresa Doerre, MD tells listeners how to prevent and treat common injuries suffered by non-professional athletes.
Transgender Medicine and Surgery
June 24, 2021 13:00 - 21.6 MBDr. Jerry Chao sheds light on gender affirmation and facial feminization surgery for transgender patients.
COVID-19: What You Need To Know About The Coronavirus
March 19, 2020 05:00 - 15 MBDr. Mortman discusses COVID-19.
Male Hypogonadism Diagnosis and Treatment
June 21, 2019 06:00 - 9.79 MBDr. Michael S. Irwig discusses male hypogonadism diagnosis and treatment.